Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14465 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall
NEW Lower Level Renovation in 2025! Encompassed by 360° mountain views, Big Elk Haus is your Montana retreat! What brings you to the Last Best Place? Whether you are fly fishing on the Gallatin, skiing at Big Sky, floating the Madison, or hiking Yellowstone National Park, this is your home base for exploring the Treasure State. Our home features a private saltwater hot tub, ❄ Central Air Conditioning ❄, 3 outdoor deck/patio spaces, PickleBall Court and Cornhole in 3 Car Garage, and spacious gourmet kitchen. With 5000sq ft to stretch out, the home has 2 living areas with the main level highlighting the river rock gas fireplace and the lower level lounge with dual TVs playing both games at once! Kids love the cozy bunkroom and gaming space to retreat to. Outside the main level a wrap-around deck with seating to soak up the sun and gaze at the stars at night. The laundry room has full-size washer and dryers for guests.
PROPERTY
5Ksqft | Private Hot Tub | 2 Living Areas | Central AC | Pet Friendly w/Fee
Bedroom 1, Main Level: Primary King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom Bedroom 2, Main Level: Guest King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom + Tub Bedroom 3, Lower Level: King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom Bedroom 4, Lower Level: King Bed w/ Ensuite Full Bathroom (Added in 2025) Bedroom 5, Loft: 2 Queen Beds (Open Air to Main Living Area) Bunkroom, Lower Level: Queen over Queen Bunk Beds Bathroom 4, Main Level: Hallway Half Bath -Pack N’ Play Available on site
INDOOR LIVING: Central Air Conditioning, Gas Fireplace, Office Desk, 2 Living Areas, Smart TVs, Ping Pong Table, Foosball Table, Washer and Dryer
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private Saltwater Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Wrap Around Deck, Outdoor Seating, Lower Patio Kitchen: Cooking Basics, Full Size Coffee Maker, Toaster, Gas Range Oven, Outdoor Grill
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Pack n’ Play, High Chair, Baby Gate, Bottle Warmer, Baby Bathtub, Toys/Books upon request
LOCATION
Located in Gallatin Gateway, Big Elk Haus is situated perfectly between Bozeman and Big Sky: 30 min from BZN airport, and just over an hour to Yellowstone National Park West Entrance. The home is tucked into the foothills of the Gallatin Nation Forest, host to hiking/horse trails, snowmobile and UTV access through Little Bear Road. “Blue Ribbon” rivers surround the valley and are renowned for their fishing, all within a short drive to access.
20 min to Bozeman 45 min to Big Sky 1h45min to North entrance Yellowstone 1h25min to West entrance Yellowstone
ACTIVITIES
30 min south down the scenic canyon road and driving alongside the roaring Gallatin River, you’ll reach the town of Big Sky home of 5,800 acres of ski terrain for all experience levels. Iconic and just plain Big, this place checks the bucket list for skiers and snowboarders world-wide. Additionally, Bridger Bowl is the locals ski hill boasting 2,000 acres, 300” of seasonal snowfall, north of Bozeman and about 45 north of the home. Those looking for challenge can Hike the Bridger Ridge. There are endless recreational activities year round including hiking, rafting, biking, cycling, XC skiing, golfing, and fishing in the valley and more for those wishing to take a day off. Bozeman Hot Springs is a great place to soak in 12 different pools ranging from 59° to 106° and wet and dry saunas, along with a live music stage at nights. Take a stroll down Main Street in the town of Bozeman where you can shop local and taste all types of innovative cuisine. The events schedule is constantly injecting life into an already vibrant community so be sure to check out what’s new. With it being home to Montana State University, you can also find an energetic crowd into the night hours. Welcome to The Last Best Place – Montana!
ACCESSIBILITY
4x4 vehicle recommended during winter months due to expected snowfall. Driveway is asphalt paved. The property requires stairs to access.
POLICIES
-No Smoking -Pet Friendly w/ Fee. 2 Dogs only max. No Cats -No outside events, parties, gatherings, or weddings -Must be at least 25 years old to book
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Indoor pickleball court
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Gallatin Gateway, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. American Prairie Reserve and Gallatin National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Montana Arboretum and Gardens and Music Arts Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerson Centre for the Arts and Culture and Museum of the Rockies. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Gallatin Gateway travel guide
Is Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall located?
This family-friendly Gallatin Gateway holiday home is located in the mountains, steps from Gallatin National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Gallatin River and Little Bear School House Museum. Cottonwood Hills Course and Montana Lil's Casino are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Big Elk Haus - 5Ksqft Home, Hot Tub, AC, Sleeps 14, 360 Views, PickleBall Reviews
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We loved our stay at the house! Everything was clean and the hot tub was easy to use. Would have been nice to have some games available to play, but overall a wonderful experience.
We stayed for a bachelorette and had the best time!! The house truly has everything you need & Kyle is so responsive & so helpful!! The location is absolutely beautiful!!!
Wonderful place for a large family gathering. The house was stocked with everything you need for a comfortable stay away from home. The pickle ball court in the garage was a hit!
We had a blast for a get together with some old friends. Sunsets at the place were amazing. We enjoyed the firepit, the hot tub, the grill, and played pickleball for hours. Definitely recommend this location!
We came to town for a wedding at Hart Ranch. The location was perfect for our large group. We were also close enough to take a trip to Big Sky Resort and Yellowstone. Great quiet neighborhood and the views were amazing. The house definitely fit our needs.
Our family rented the Big Elk Haus for my parents 50th wedding anniversary celebration. We loved it, the games downstairs were a big hit with the teenagers and the neighborhood is delightful.
Besides, the place is super nice and clean, Kyle is very helpful and responsive. Hot tub is hot. View from home, bedrooms are fantastic. Thanks, Kyle! A host!
This property was amazing and was perfect for our group of 8 adults for our annual ski trip. All 8 adults had their own bed. The space was clean and very comfortable. Kyle was easy to work with and very responsive. Highly recommend this space! We will be back!
We came from different states as a family to celebrate my husbands ( father, papa) retirement!’ There were 14 people in all!! This home was very welcoming and perfect for our family!! The grandkids had a blast playing pickle ball, corn hole and playing in the jacuzzi. The beautiful mountains and quietness was just what we needed after a day out exploring!! Kyle was a great host!’ We definitely would recommend this place.
10/10!!! We rented Kyle’s property for a girls trip and the group couldn’t stop raving about how incredible the house was. The house was spotless upon arrival and was stocked with everything we needed! The views were incredible from every window - truly a mountainous paradise - and Kyle was so accommodating and easy to communicate with, even offering an early checkin for our group flying in from out of state. The property itself is also positioned well between Bozeman and Big Sky, perfect for groups looking for a mix of city life and hiking with close proximity to the airport. Thank you for an amazing trip!!
This property was perfect for our family of 7. We did not even use the upstairs area. We thought the room sizes were generous and comfortable including the beds. We cooked a lot and the kitchen had every imaginable utensil to make cooking pleasant. We will come back in the future and the host was easy to communicate with when needed. I would highly recommend this house for a family vacation. Oh and the pickleball court in the garage was totally awesome. We had family wars of pickleball followed up with dinner, campfire and hot tub nights.
By far the most comfortable and nicest property we’ve stayed at. The views were *amazing*!! The sunsets were stunning and being August, honestly lasted almost 1.5h, with constantly changing beauty! Also delighted in the amazing stars and meteor showers- very memorable for the kids!! The beds, pillows, everything were top notch and so comfortable (often a complaint while on vacation)- we all were immediately at home and relaxed and slept great! The house was the perfect base camp for floating the Madison, exploring Bozeman and a day at Yellowstone! We can’t wait to come back! Kyle was also responsive and an overall wonderful host- very impressed and appreciative of his responsiveness and flexibilty!
I have to start with the amazing views from this house! Stunning and unforgettable. We took so many "put it on a postcard" pictures.
The house was very comfortable, the wrap around deck is a highlight. Plenty of spaces to sit and visit. We had 10 in our party and we all had plenty of room.
Kyle went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a great experience. Excellent communication throughout. He answered all of our questions and allowed us to check in a couple of hours early because housekeeping was done. Thank you Kyle!!
We LOVED our stay at Big Elk Haus!! The home was beautiful, clean, and had plenty of room for our family of 13. Lots of seating in each area of the home, as well as lots of beds. Everything we needed for our stay was included, such as dinnerware, cookware, towels, body wash, dishwasher soap, etc.
The deck was AMAZING! Wraparound with a hot tub, table and chairs, loveseat swing, and additional chairs with side table. And THE VIEW! It was lovely sitting on the deck and watching the sunset over the mountains.
We loved the indoor pickleball court, ping pong, and foosball. It was also nice that there were a few baby items available, such as a baby gate and portable crib.
The owner was extremely quick in communicating, which we appreciated. He answered all of our questions and gave us suggestions as to places to go while we were there. He was very friendly, courteous, and welcoming.
Overall, it was a wonderful trip!
First of all the host, Kyle is super accommodating and easy to work with. We were looking for a place outside of Bozeman to accommodate my husband and I, my 79 year old mother and out two dogs while visiting our two boys who go to MSU. My girlfriend also ended up joining us last minute as her son is also at MSU. This home is only about 20 minutes from Bozeman but feels a world away. It sits up on a hill and is surrounded by absolute beauty. Once inside the home it is views from every window and there is a huge wrap around deck that allows you to take it all in. The house is nicely decorated with plenty of room for everyone. Huge kitchen with dining for ten at the table with four more seats at the island. There is more than enough space for everyone and the bedrooms are all very comfortable with great bedding and views! The boys loved the hot tub on the deck and it was nice that we could all just sit out there in the evenings and enjoy a cocktail and the views. I highly recommend Big Elk Haus for anyone that wants a bit of privacy with incredible views and a beautiful home!
What a great graduation weekend! Lots of room to spread out, enjoy each other’s company, watch sunsets, play pickleball, and make memories! Communication was quick and the house was perfect for or group. Can’t wait to come back!
This house was perfectly located for us between Bozeman and West Yellowstone. We had lots of excursions around the area and thoroughly enjoyed this location. It’s close to town but far enough a way to see lots of stars and enjoy the mountains!
House was excellent, with the Four en-suites, hot tub, fire pit, pickle ball, etc .It was nicely located a short distance to Bozeman, convenient to Big Sky , Yellowstone, and Airport.Would recommend!